I recently reviewed a video showcasing a hone called Imperia la Roccia. The video is at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5XhAlnp4bM. The video is interesting because the Honemeister utilizes the la Roccia right after setting the bevel (he only uses two stones) and because he uses paper to test the edge throughout the honing process.
I recently used a la Roccia as a finisher. I dont have the technique or the experience to need only two hones; but the stone was harder than any Thuringian or Dragons Tongue Ive ever used. It is a fast cutter. With a light to medium slurry I can see how it can be versatile in experienced hands. After a few laps on a diamond paste treated strop and 15 to 20 laps on leather the shave was luxurious.
I would welcome any thoughts on the issues this video raises: 1) using paper to gauge the razors edge; 2) using only two stones to attain a good shaving edge; 3) using the la Roccia in general.
Thanks all.
I recently used a la Roccia as a finisher. I dont have the technique or the experience to need only two hones; but the stone was harder than any Thuringian or Dragons Tongue Ive ever used. It is a fast cutter. With a light to medium slurry I can see how it can be versatile in experienced hands. After a few laps on a diamond paste treated strop and 15 to 20 laps on leather the shave was luxurious.
I would welcome any thoughts on the issues this video raises: 1) using paper to gauge the razors edge; 2) using only two stones to attain a good shaving edge; 3) using the la Roccia in general.
Thanks all.